~ Blackwork ~

Blackwork,  sometimes historically termed Spanish blackwork,  is a form of embroidery generally using black thread,  although other colors are also used on occasion.  Sometimes it is counted-thread embroidery which is usually stitched on even-weave fabric. ~ courtesy of Wikipedia.   I have never done blackwork... but I will be giving it a whirl sooner than later!   take a look at these lovelies below ~   

antique ladies' blouse cuff

queen elizabeth

simple stitches

antique men's shirt cuff

child wearing blackwork on dressing gown

contemporary blackwork from Memorial Stitches on IG

black and goldwork

love this freestyle blackwork embroidery

more contemporary blackwork, counted on evenweave fabric

Memorial Stitches on IG

more black & gold...

all of those little insects!

   Have any of you done blackwork? I will share mine once I get it started.....     ~ Blessed be ~

Levora